1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 290 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Anglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (146 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
